Cycling Without Age
Chateau Vitaline residents enjoy bike rides thanks to a specialized, three-wheeled bicycle called a trishaw.
October 3, 2018
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Get the flu shot
Influenza doesn’t know any boundaries. See why some people choose to get the flu shot.
October 1, 2018
Hospice wedding fulfills last wish
Penny Yake and Derek Werner were married for just 36 hours when Derek died of cancer.
September 24, 2018
Many voices, one mission
Covenant Health staff, residents, and volunteers carried a baton more than 1,500 kilometres in celebration of Covenant’s 10 year anniversary.
September 21, 2018
Two new advanced hybrid operating rooms open at Grey Nuns Community Hospital
Two new operating theatres in the Northern Alberta Vascular Centre (NAVC), located at the Grey Nuns Community Hospital in Edmonton.
September 21, 2018
St. Teresa Place staff and residents continue Mother Teresa’s legacy
Staff and residents at St. Teresa Place carry on the legacy of Mother Teresa.
September 12, 2018
Grey Nuns bridges gap for people with opioid addictions
Suboxone pilot helps people dependent on opioids get treatment sooner
September 6, 2018
How to cope with anxiety
A growing body of evidence shows increasing numbers of Canadian students are wrestling with their mental health, and anxiety is the most common concern. There a
August 29, 2018
A lifelong calling for the Grey Nuns of Alberta
Several Sisters from the Sisters of Charity (Grey Nuns of Alberta) continue to serve while living as residents at Youville Home in St. Albert.
July 23, 2018
Quadriplegic artist uses the sun to create works of art
Norman Shewchuk is a quadriplegic who creates works of art by wood burning images like his favourite hockey player, Connor McDavid.
July 18, 2018
Mary Anne's Closet
A healthcare aide at a senior’s residence helps out by keeping a closet of donated items to give to residents who need them.
July 12, 2018
How to talk with someone who's dying
Many of us feel uncomfortable speaking to someone who is dying. Those who work with the dying have some advice about how to say goodbye.
June 19, 2018
Depression in men
Men who are depressed may show signs that are different than symptoms most commonly associated with depression.
June 11, 2018
Staying healthy in the garden
Both young and old enjoy gardening at St. Joseph's Auxiliary Hospital. It's more than growing food. Gardening offers several health benefits.
June 6, 2018
Six tips to help prevent heatstroke in seniors
Summer is the season of sunshine and rising temperatures. But we need to remember that hot weather can be dangerous, particularly for those over 65.
June 4, 2018
Support group helps healthcare staff thrive
Staff support group at the Edmonton General Continuing Care Centre helps health care workers thrive after stressful situations.
May 14, 2018
Five tips to become a better listener
These simple tips will help you become a better listener.
May 9, 2018
Councils make a difference for those in care
The Resident and Family Toolkit is a tool used to enhance residents’ quality of life at the Edmonton General Continuing Care Centre.
May 2, 2018
Peer support for NICU parents
The Grey Nuns Community Hospital developed the NICU Family Mentors program to help support parents of a sick or preterm baby.
April 30, 2018
Keeping moms and newborns together
Rooming-in approach is helping moms with newborns going through opioid withdrawal
April 25, 2018
